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$235,000

Sold
655 W Irving Park Rd Apt 5506, Chicago, IL 60613
1 Bed
1 Bath
832 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1973
Sold
901 Units
Checked: 9 hours ago
Updated: Oct 12, 2025 at 10:10AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,047
Cap Rate
0.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-23.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.06
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.4%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1973
Sold
901 Units

Perched sky-high, this 1 bed/1 bath 55th floor rehabbed penthouse unit is a must-see stunner with breathtaking, unobstructed and fully panoramic east, west and north views of Lake Michigan, Montrose Harbor, Lake Shore Drive, parks, fields and cityscapes. Every morning and evening delivers a different sky; with stunning sunrises and sunsets for you to enjoy. On top of the 'dawn to dusk' views, this 830 sqft unit underwent a gorgeous design renovation in 2021 that included: a flexible, open layout; beautiful new, water resistant wood based flooring; new dimmable lighting and a newly remodeled kitchen showcasing luxurious Cambria quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances including a new Bosch dishwasher, a stunning 8 ft quartz island, and custom designed kitchen cabinets with plenty of storage. Oversized windows flood all the rooms with incredible natural light as well and the most fantastic vistas. The spacious primary bedroom easily accommodates a king size bed, bedside tables, two large dressers, plus ample closet space. The beautiful primary bathroom features a new vanity, Cambria quartz countertop, sink, faucet, lighting fixtures and hardware. Step outside and enjoy one of the best amenity packages in the city: Olympic-size outdoor pool, expansive sundeck with grills, state-of-the-art gym with yoga center, private dog run, business center, party room, theater, basketball and tennis courts, convenience store, dry cleaner, and more. 24-hour door staff, bike storage, and on-site laundry complete the offering. Perfectly located just half a block from the lakefront, with easy access to Lake Shore Drive, express buses (80, 135, 148), Montrose and Belmont Harbors, Sydney Marovitz Golf Course, tennis courts, dog parks, the Lakefront Trail, and more. Pet-friendly building with no rental cap and 6-month lease minimum-ideal for full-time residents, part-time city dwellers, or investors. Welcome home!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: None
  • Details: On Site, Leased, Attached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 1

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 4
  • # of Stories: 56
  • Basement Description: None

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

HOA

  • Has HOA: Yes
  • HOA Fee: $1,118/monthly

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Condominium Unit

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 14211010542677
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Condominium
  • Year Built: 1973

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $4,849

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Todd Szwajkowski
Baird & Warner
(773) 531-7707

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12416561
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$1,047
Cap Rate
0.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-23.2%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.06
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-18.4%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$235,000
Amount financed:
-$188,000
Down payment:
$47,000
Closing costs:
$7,050
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$54,050
Square feet:
832
Cost per square foot:
$282
Monthly rent per square foot:
$2.76

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$188,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,112
Property tax:
$404
Insurance:
$161
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$1,677

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,300 $27,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$138 -$1,656
Operating income:
$2,162 $25,944

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (18%)
18%-$404-$4,849
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$161-$1,932
Property management: (8%)
8%-$184-$2,208
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$115-$1,380
HOA fees: (49%)
49%-$1,118-$13,416
Total operating expenses: (91%)
91%-$2,097-$25,165

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$65 $780
Mortgage payments:
-$1,112 -$13,344
Cash flow:
-$1,047 -$12,564